The Heat relayed Thursday that Hampton (knee) could be headed for an extended absence, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
Details on the nature of Hampton's sprained right knee are scarce, but the fourth-year player is apparently out indefinitely after suffering the injury in a practice last week with the G League's Sioux Falls Skyforce. Hampton made just one two-minute appearance with the NBA team this season before suffering the injury.
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Heat's R.J. Hampton: Remains out Thursday
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Hampton won't play in Thursday's game versus the Nets due to a right knee sprain.
The injury previously kept Hampton -- one of the Heat's three two-way players -- from playing for the G League's Sioux Falls Skyforce over the weekend. The severity of Hampton's knee sprain isn't known, but his absence Thursday won't affect head coach Erik Spoelstra's rotation plans.
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Heat's R.J. Hampton: Officially out Monday
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Hampton (illness) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Lakers, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
Hampton was initially questionable for Monday's matchup before being downgraded to doubtful. Although he'll be unavailable against the Lakers, his absence shouldn't significantly impact Miami's rotation.
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Heat's R.J. Hampton: Downgraded to doubtful
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Hampton (illness) has been downgraded from questionable to doubtful for Monday's game against the Lakers, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
Hampton has had some tough luck this season and has played a total of two minutes so far. His potential absence won't have many fantasy implications.
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Heat's R.J. Hampton: Dealing with illness
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Hampton (illness) is questionable for Monday's game against the Lakers, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.
Hampton has logged just two minutes for Miami this season due to battling a combination of hip, hamstring and illness troubles. Hampton would be a welcome addition to a backcourt currently manned by Kyle Lowry, Tyler Herro, Duncan Robinson and Josh Richardson.
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Heat's R.J. Hampton: Available Wednesday
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Hampton (illness) isn't on the injury report for Wednesday's game versus the Pistons, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
Hampton missed practice Monday with an illness but is good to go for Wednesday's regular-season opener. However, the 22-year-old guard is unlikely to receive significant playing time.
Hampton (illness) was unable to practice Monday, Ira Winderman of the Sun-Sentinel reports.
Hampton has flu-like symptoms and was away from the team Monday. He should be considered questionable for Opening Night against Detroit on Wednesday. Despite a strong preseason, Hampton is not expected to be a rotation player right away.
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Heat's R.J. Hampton: Provides spark off bench
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Hampton tallied 17 points (5-9 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 5-6 FT), five assists, three rebounds and one steal during Friday's 110-104 preseason loss to the Rockets.
Hampton returned to action Friday after missing the previous three contests with hip and hamstring injuries. He led Miami in scoring despite coming off the bench. Hampton isn't expected to receive a significant role for the Heat this season.
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Heat's R.J. Hampton: Available Friday
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Hampton (hip/hamstring) is available for Friday's preseason finale against the Rockets, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
Hampton has missed the previous three exhibitions, but he'll return to action Friday. He's competing for a rotation spot in his first year with Miami.
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Heat's R.J. Hampton: Ruled out Wednesday
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Hampton (hamstring) has been ruled out for Wednesday's preseason game against the Nets, Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald reports.
Hampton has been dealing with a hamstring injury since Friday but was back at practice Tuesday. However, he'll be unable to return to game action Wednesday. It's unclear whether he'll be available for Friday's preseason finale against the Rockets.
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Heat's R.J. Hampton: Returns to practice
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Hampton (hamstring) returned to practice Tuesday, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
Hampton pulled his hamstring Friday, but he's progressing in his recovery. However, it's unclear if he'll be able to suit up for Wednesday's preseason contest against Brooklyn.
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Heat's R.J. Hampton: Out again Sunday
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Hampton (hamstring) has been ruled out for Sunday's preseason game against the Grizzlies, Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
Hampton will miss a second consecutive contest after pulling his hamstring. His next chance to suit up will come Wednesday against Brooklyn.
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Heat's R.J. Hampton: Pulls hamstring, out Friday
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Hampton pulled his right hamstring during pregame warmups and won't play Friday against the Spurs.
Hampton is the 10th Heat player to be ruled out, leaving them extremely shorthanded for a preseason contest. His next chance to suit up will arrive Sunday against Memphis.
Heat's R.J. Hampton: Agrees to two-way deal with Miami
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The Heat signed Hampton to a two-way contract Wednesday, Ira Winderman of the Sun Sentinel reports.
Hampton made 47 NBA appearances between the Magic and Pistons in 2022-23, averaging 6.4 points, 1.9 rebounds and 1.1 assists in 16.0 minutes. The 22-year-old guard will take Jamaree Bouyea's two-way spot and should split time between the Heat and the Sioux Falls Skyforce of the G League this season.
Hampton was waived by Detroit on Saturday, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.
Hampton spent the closing 22 games of last season with the Pistons after being waived by the Magic in mid-February. During his time in Detroit, Hampton averaged 7.3 points and 2.3 rebounds across 18.5 minutes per game. Since being drafted No. 24 overall in the 2020 NBA Draft, Hampton has struggled to make an impact in the league, with his best season coming in 2021-22, when he secured 7.6 points, 3.0 rebounds and 2.5 assists across 21.8 minutes per game with Orlando. Though it's unlikely we see Hampton return to fantasy relevance anytime soon, it's expected that there will be an NBA team willing to take a chance on the 21-year-old's upside.
